By Danhassan Abubakar
Bauchi State State Police Command has confirmed the death of Four (4) workers of the Gubi Water Treatment Plant in Bauchi.
A police statement made available to newsmen by the Command’s PPRO, CSP Ahned Wakil on behalf of the State Commissioner of Police Sani- Omolori Aliyu said that the incident happened on Sunday 20th April, 2025
The deceased lost their lives when they were carrying out routine sludge cleaning operations. During the procedure, the staff members entered the clarifier to dislodge pit pipes but were tragically overcome by current of the water and subsequently drowned. Despite immediate medical interventions, they were pronounced dead at Specialist Hospital Bauchi.
The Police gave the names of the deceased, among whom were a father and his son, as: Shayibu Hamza (48), Abdulmalik Yahya (29), Jamilu Inusa (29) and Ibrahim Musa (42).
While commiserating with the families, management and staff of the Bauchi State Urban Water Cooperation, the statement called for the urgent need for reinforcing workplace safety practices and strict adherence to established protocols.
“This incident serves as a critical reminder of the importance of prioritizing safety in the water treatment sector. It underscores the responsibility of both employers and employees to emphasize and adhere to established safety protocols to mitigate future risks”.
The deceased have since been buried in accordance with Muslims’ injunction.